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Bucket Bag

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NOTE: This product has been crafted by hand and may have slight irregularities or imperfections in colour. These irregularities result from human involvement in the process and add to the finished product’s charm while ensuring you have a one-of-a-kind piece. 

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A bucket bag that goes well with any outfit and gives you that trendy, unique look! UPCYCLED-HANDCRAFTED  Bucket Bag. It has ample space to carry a clutch, small bottle and other essentials with a zipper pocket inside and a drawstring closure. A well-stitched adjustable shoulder strap makes it comfortable to carry around like a cross-body or a shoulder bag.

  • Colour: Orange Gold
  • Capacity: 2- 3 kg
  • Dimensions: 13” x 9” x 6” (l x b x h)
  • Product Details: UPCYCLED-HANDCRAFTED fabric is made from waste plastic on the outside, with a cotton strap and a drawstring closure at the top.

Upcycled Bucket bag products are a great choice as your go-to everyday options. You can prolong the life of the products more by following some of our tips below.

  • Spot clean only. Color may bleed if washed with others.
  • Do not store or dry in direct sunlight.
  • Keep away from extreme heat i.e., Dryers, Heaters, Iron etc.
  • When not in use, kindly keep the respective product stuffed with newspapers to maintain its shape and store in the original packing it came in.

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1. Material Use

a. Upcycled Materials:
  • Definition: Upcycling involves repurposing waste materials or products that would otherwise be discarded. This reduces the need for new raw materials and minimizes waste.
  • Environmental Impact: Using upcycled materials reduces the demand for virgin materials, thus lowering the energy and resources required for extraction and processing. This directly reduces the carbon emissions associated with the production of new materials.
  • Example: If the bucket bag is made from upcycled textiles, plastics, or other materials, it prevents these materials from ending up in landfills and reduces the environmental burden associated with waste management .

2. Manufacturing Process

a. Reduced Energy Consumption:
  • Explanation: Manufacturing products from upcycled materials often requires less energy compared to producing items from new raw materials. For instance, melting and reforming recycled plastics generally consume less energy than producing plastic from petrochemicals .
  • Impact: Lower energy consumption translates to fewer greenhouse gas emissions during the production phase.
b. Reduced Chemical Use:
  • Explanation: Upcycled products typically involve fewer chemical treatments than new materials, reducing the release of harmful substances into the environment and lowering overall carbon emissions .

3. Lifecycle Benefits

a. Extended Product Life:
  • Durability: Upcycled products often have enhanced durability due to the robust nature of repurposed materials. This means they can last longer, reducing the frequency of replacement and thus the cumulative environmental impact.
  • Example: An upcycled Bucket Bag made from durable materials like repurposed canvas or leather can outlast bags made from new, less durable materials .
b. Circular Economy:
  • Concept: Upcycling supports a circular economy model where products are continuously reused, repaired, and recycled, minimizing waste and the need for new resources .
  • Impact: This approach significantly reduces the carbon footprint over the product's lifecycle compared to the traditional linear economy model, which relies heavily on new resources and generates substantial waste.

4. Scientific Explanation

a. Lower Carbon Footprint:
  • Carbon Accounting: Studies have shown that upcycling can significantly lower the carbon footprint of products. For instance, a life cycle assessment (LCA) of upcycled products typically shows a reduction in carbon emissions compared to products made from virgin materials. This is due to decreased raw material extraction, reduced energy use in manufacturing, and minimized waste .
  • Empirical Data: Research indicates that upcycled textile products can have a carbon footprint up to 50% lower than equivalent new products. This is attributed to the energy savings in material processing and the avoidance of waste .

5. References and Further Reading

  1. Ellen MacArthur Foundation. (n.d.). What is the circular economy? https://www.ellenmacarthurfoundation.org/circular-economy/what-is-the-circular-economy
  2. Leal Filho, W., et al. (2019). The role of transformation in learning and education for sustainability. Journal of Cleaner Production, 199, 286-295.
  3. Waste & Resources Action Programme (WRAP). (2012). Valuing our clothes: the true cost of how we design, use and dispose of clothing in the UK.
  4. Fletcher, K. (2014). Sustainable Fashion and Textiles: Design Journeys. Routledge.
  5. Dissanayake, D.G.K., & Sinha, P. (2015). An examination of the product development process for fashion remanufacturing. Resources, Conservation and Recycling, 104, 94-102.
  6. Geyer, R., Jambeck, J.R., & Law, K.L. (2017). Production, use, and fate of all plastics ever made. Science Advances, 3(7), e1700782.
  7. Muthu, S.S. (Ed.). (2020). Assessing the Environmental Impact of Textiles and the Clothing Supply Chain. Woodhead Publishing.
  8. Niinimäki, K., et al. (2020). The environmental price of fast fashion. Nature Reviews Earth & Environment, 1, 189-200.

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